There has been intense competition in the plywood industry this year.
The reason is mainly due to the production capacity of Chinese plywood reaching a record high, while market demand remains low.
This is the reason of many Chinese plywood exporters are selling one-time hot-press plywood as a low-price alternative to standard quality calibrated plywood.
Advantages of One-Time Hot Press Plywood
- Good-looking veneer cores, just like the calibrated plywood
- Better veneer material than 2 times hot press
- Competitive prices due to less sanding
- Usable for interior conditions
Disadvantages of One-Time Hot Press Plywood
- Less Bonding Strength inside the plywood
- Easy to swell in wet weather
- The plywood surface is not as perfect as the two times hot pressed plywood
Comparison
| One Time Hot Press | Two Times Hot Press | |
| Core |  Better Veneer Material |  Stronger Bonding |
| Faces |  Sanded One Side |  Sanded both sides |
| Advantages | Better Looking Core Lower Price | Stronger Core Water Resistant |
Purchase Recommendations
If you are a wholesaler selling plywood and looking for low-priced plywood, the one-time hot-press plywood is a good choice. It is suitable for dry weather and less rain.
But if your country has a lot of rain and the plywood may be in contact with rain, two times hot-pressed plywood should be chosen for stable quality and fewer complaints.
FAQ
The 2 times hot-pressed plywood goes through two times hot-pressing and makes the plywood stronger and flatter.
It is not recommended unless the plywood is used in interior only.
